Associate Vice Chancellor of Programmatic Accreditation

Job Description

Job Description

The Associate Vice Chancellor of Programmatic Accreditation provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for specialized accredited academic programs. This role ensures that curricula, assessment plans, and program materials align with accreditation standards and regulatory compliance requirements. The position serves as a key liaison between academic units and accrediting bodies, supporting continuous improvement and institutional integrity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain up-to-date current knowledge of accreditation standards across all accredited programs and understand each program's structure and function.
• Review and evaluate programmatic reports (e.g., annual reports, interim reports, self-studies) for alignment with accreditation standards; provide feedback and editorial support to ensure compliance.
• Monitor and analyze program outcomes; assist in the development of curriculum maps and assessment plans that support accreditation and continuous improvement.
• Conduct mock site visits to prepare programs for official accreditation reviews, including interviews with faculty, Program Directors (PDs), Deans, Campus Presidents (CPs), and other stakeholders.
• Participate and support programs during on-site accreditation visits in collaboration with the Programmatic Accreditation Coordinator(s)
• Oversee the preparation and submission of all programmatic accreditation documents, including self-studies and formal responses.
• Participate in the recruitment and evaluation of candidates for University Department Chair (UDC) and Program Director (PD) roles.
• Conduct accreditation audit reviews periodically to provide feedback to programs and campuses
• Foster collaborative relationships with UDCs, PDs, Deans, and CPs to support accreditation readiness and program quality.
• Establish and maintain strong communication channels with accrediting agencies.
• Review programmatic materials (e.g., student handbooks, manuals, web pages) to ensure consistency, accuracy, and currency.
• Attend accreditation workshops and training sessions (e.g., ACEN, CAPTE, CCE) to stay informed of evolving standards and best practices.
• Serve as Chair and/or active member of institutional committees focused on academic quality, curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation, providing strategic leadership to ensure alignment between institutional policies, accreditation standards, and program-level practices.
• Provides guidance and subject matter expertise to institutional leaders and academic departments on matters related to programmatic accreditation, assessment, and compliance.
• Collaborates with department heads and administrative teams to support staff training and development related to accreditation standards and quality assurance practices.
• Advises on workload planning and resource alignment to meet accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Contributes to the development of documentation, policies, and procedures that support institutional effectiveness and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:

• Minimum of a master's degree; doctoral degree preferred
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, including significant leadership in programmatic accreditation, compliance, curriculum development, and assessment;
• Demonstrated expertise in managing accreditation processes with institutional and/or specialized accrediting bodies, interpreting standards, preparing self-studies, and leading site visits;
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.